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Hyderabad City Police Commissioner Sajjanar expressed gratitude to the citizens for celebrating the New Year peacefully, without any accidents. He highlighted that the calm celebrations were a result of heightened public awareness. Commending the community for their cooperation, Sajjanar also extended his New Year wishes to the people of Telangana.
Early this morning, a Pakistani drone entered Indian airspace over the Poonch sector in Jammu and Kashmir, creating a security alert. Army officials said that the drone dropped IEDs and drugs and hovered in the area for five minutes. Security forces immediately launched intensified search operations to secure the region and assess potential threats.
Tirumala is witnessing an unprecedented surge of devotees, as the darshan system shifts from electronic dip tokens to direct darshan of Lord Venkateswara starting tomorrow. The announcement has drawn large crowds, resulting in severe traffic congestion from Tirupati’s Alipiri Tollgate to Garuda Circle. Authorities are urging pilgrims to plan accordingly.
Andhra Pradesh govt has announced a big New Year relief for citizens by absorbing TrueUp charges totaling ₹4,497 crore. The waiver covers electricity consumption between 2019 and 2024, with the state shouldering the burden. This follows a previous record relief of ₹923 cr granted in Sept 2025, marking a continued effort by the govt to […]
In 2026, Team India is set to play 6 ODI series, with stars Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will feature in at least 18 ODIs. This could rise to 21 if tournaments like the Bangla series and Asia Cup are included. Unlike earlier years when they were rested against smaller teams, the absence of other […]
On New Year’s Eve 2026, the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, saw a huge gathering of devotees. Undeterred by dense fog, thousands took a holy dip at the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers, seeking blessings for a prosperous year ahead. The Sangam banks resonated with chants, creating a spiritually uplifting atmosphere.
Several people were killed and many critically injured after an early-morning explosion and fire at a bar in the Switzerland’s ski resort town of Crans-Montana during New Year celebrations. Police said the blast struck the popular Le Constellation bar around 1.30 AM. Rescue operations are underway and investigations continue into the cause of the incident.
Liquor sales in Telangana have hit an unprecedented high, with over ₹350 crore recorded on New Year’s Eve alone. Amid the Panchayat polls and festive celebrations in December, total sales have reached around ₹5,050 crore. The state also generated ₹1,350 crore in revenue over the last six days, marking a historic peak in liquor-related income.
Hyundai Motor India appointed Tarun Garg as Managing Director and CEO, becoming its first Indian head since 1996. Garg, with 32 years’ automotive experience, took charge on January 1, 2026. Former COO, he led record sales and the 2024 IPO. His focus includes EVs, network strengthening, customer service, and expanded manufacturing under Make in India.
Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman is stepping into acting with the comedy film ‘Moonwalk’, featuring Prabhu Deva as lead. Rahman will portray a film director navigating the challenges of the movie world, adding a unique twist. The movie is directed by Manoj Nirmala Sridharan, promising a mix of humor and cinematic flair, marking Rahman’s debut on […]
Team India’s 2026 cricket calendar is packed with action. India will face New Zealand in January, followed by the T20 World Cup in February-March. May-June features 3 ODIs vs Afghanistan, while July vs England. August includes 2 Tests against Sri Lanka. It continues with series against Afghanistan, West Indies, New Zealand, and Sri Lanka through […]
★Universal Hour of Peace, ★Haitian Independence Day, ★Sudan Independence Day, ★1892: Birth of freedom fighter Mahadev Desai, ★1894: Birth of mathematician Satyendranath Bose, ★1940: Death of Telugu litterateur Panuganti Lakshmi Narasimha Rao, ★1955: Death of chemist Shantiswaroop Bhatnagar, and ★1975: Birth of top actress Sonali Bendre.
Bhogapuram Airport in Vizianagaram, AP, is now in its final construction phase, with the runway and ATC center fully ready. Authorities have completed preparations for a trial flight, scheduled for January 4, arriving from Delhi. Union Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu will be onboard, marking a key milestone as the airport gears up to begin […]
TDP senior leader JC Prabhakar Reddy began a hunger strike in Tadipatri, Anantapur district, today. He said the protest is aimed at addressing public perceptions about his conduct. Emphasizing transparency, Reddy invited citizens to interact with him directly and share their views, stating that the fast is an opportunity to clarify reasons behind his actions.
Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as New York City’s 1st Indian-origin and Muslim mayor, starting a 4-yr term. The midnight ceremony at the historic City Hall subway station, administered by Attorney General Letitia James, emphasized public transit’s importance. He appointed Mike Flynn as Transportation Commissioner and acknowledged future political clashes with Trump.